Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for San Angelo
Trash Day
Trash is collected once per week, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on your regular trash pickup day, alternating with bulk collection according to the Red or Blue zone schedule.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected every other week during your scheduled bulk pickup day (up to 15 bags or 5 cubic yards per pickup).
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling services are contracted through Republic Services and billed directly on your monthly City of San Angelo municipal water utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Eligible residents with disabilities can apply for a curbside waste collection disability exemption.
City-issued Cart (Tan) Bin (Trash)
Place your cart at the curb or alley by 7 a.m. with handles facing your home. Emptied carts must be returned to your home by noon the following day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Bagged trash
City-issued Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected every other week on your designated garbage day. Briefly rinse out all plastic and metal containers before tossing them in.
Accepted Items
- ✓No. 1 plastics (soda, water bottles)
- ✓No. 2 plastics (milk jugs, detergent bottles)
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is collected as part of your bulk pickup week. It must be bundled and securely tied in 4-foot lengths.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree limbs
- ✓Brush
- ✓Storm debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Alternating weeks (every other week)
Placement
Place bulk items at least three feet from your trash bin and five feet from parked vehicles. Make sure they do not obstruct sidewalks or the path of the automated truck arms.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Bundled tree limbs (4-foot lengths)
- ✓ Appliances (without Freon)
- ✓ Large items that do not fit in the trash cart
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household trash
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Concrete
- ✕ Construction or roofing materials
- ✕ Glass
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Soil and rocks
Bulk collection is included in standard residential utility billing. Debris exceeding the size of a pickup truck bed will be left for your next scheduled bulk cycle, or you can haul it to the landfill.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The San Angelo Landfill and Republic Services observe major national holidays. When a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, collections for that day and the remainder of the week are typically pushed back by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and yard waste collections follow the exact same holiday delays as regular garbage pickup.
Always check your designated 'Red' or 'Blue' collection calendar or the city's interactive solid waste map for exact date adjustments during holiday weeks.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
June - AugustHigh West Texas heat can quickly intensify odors inside your trash cart. Ensure all household garbage is tightly tied in bags before tossing it in the bin to prevent pests and keep your alleyways clean.
Spring
March - MaySpring thunderstorms often result in fallen tree limbs across the city. Remember that storm debris can be placed curbside during your designated bulk week, but it must be cut into 4-foot bundles to be accepted.
Winter Holidays
December - JanuaryThe San Angelo Landfill officially closes for major holidays including New Year's Day, MLK Jr. Day, and Christmas. Expect standard trash and recycling routes to slide by one day following these closures.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Those Cans into Cash in San Angelo!
Thinking about that spare change? While San Angelo might not have a state-wide bottle and can redemption program like some places, keeping an eye out for local scrap yards is a smart move. Places that deal in metals often take aluminum cans. It's worth a quick call to your nearest scrap metal recycler to see if they accept them for a few extra bucks. Every little bit helps, right?
Giving Your Old Stuff a Second Life in the Concho Valley
Got furniture, clothes, or household items that are still in good shape but you just don't need anymore? Instead of tossing them, consider donating! In San Angelo, places like Goodwill or Salvation Army are usually happy to take your usable donations. These organizations help support local programs and give your items a chance to be useful again for someone else in our community. It's a win-win!
Let's Keep San Angelo Spick and Span Together!
Nobody likes seeing trash where it shouldn't be. If you ever spot illegal dumping happening or see areas that could use a clean-up, the City of San Angelo encourages you to report it. You can usually call the city's public works or code enforcement department to let them know. They often organize community clean-up events too, so keep an ear out for those! Working together makes our town look so much better for everyone.
Drop-off Facilities
San Angelo Landfill
3002 Old Ballinger Highway, San Angelo, TX 76903
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the alternating trash schedule work in San Angelo?
San Angelo residents receive regular garbage collection once a week. However, recycling and bulk trash alternate. One week your recycling cart will be serviced, and the following week, your bulk items will be collected. You can find out whether you follow the Red or Blue schedule by viewing the city's interactive solid waste map.
Can I take extra trash to the San Angelo Landfill for free?
Yes. City residents can drop off items at the San Angelo Landfill on Old Ballinger Highway once per billing cycle for free. You must bring your most recent water bill (a paper copy or on your mobile device) and a valid ID with a matching address. County residents can do the same with an electric bill.
What should I do with tree limbs after a severe thunderstorm?
Storm debris like tree limbs can be set out on the curb or alleyway during your scheduled bulk pickup week. You must bundle and tie the branches into lengths of 4 feet or less. The city will collect up to a pickup truck bed's worth of bulk waste per cycle.
Where should I place my garbage carts on collection day?
Carts must be set out by 7 a.m. or the night before, with the handles facing your house. It is absolutely critical to leave at least 3 feet of clearance between carts and bulk items, and 5 feet of clearance from parked cars, to allow the automated arms on the collection trucks to work safely.